McIntosh MT5 vs Rega 8 or 10


Does anyone have thoughts on these turntables?  I love the green platter of the McIntosh, but looking for overall best sound.  I do have McIntosh mono amps but my dealer is telling me there is a year and a half wait for the MT5.

bwguy

@bwguy That’s the thing about Clear Audio, you can spend as much as you want. I will say that if you’re around the entry level, upgrading the tonearm is a good idea if it’s financially feasible. The table matters too but the primary issues concerning the table is consistent and precise speed and an isolated motor so that it won’t create vibrations. I’ve never heard of any of those issues concerning any Clear Audio table. It would help to have an external motor, which I attribute to why I only hear good things about VPI. Lastly, you won’t need a record mat with the Clear Audio.

Thanks everyone for your help.  I decided to go with A Clear Audio Performance table.  I got a great deal on a lightly used titanium cartridge.  Can’t wait to get it!

Nice choice-what finish/arm?

Titanium @ a great deal would be the only way I could afford it=$11K MSRP.

Enjoy it with only good pressings!

Yes, thank you. It was the only way I could afford it as well. I spent more money on the turntable than I initially thought I would, but very excited. I got the silver finish with the tracer arm.

I will be using a parasound JC3 plus for the phono stage.